Which place is cheaper, Lastres or Chefchaouen?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Chefchaouen and Lastres can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.
A city by the sea, Lastres (or Llastres) started out as a small fishing and whaling village accessible only by a dangerous path over cliffs. Today, it is still known as the "beautiful village of Asturias," with breathtaking views of the sea, streets full of historic charm, and a grand chain of mountains just inland. It is the perfect little getaway for someone wanting to bask in the beauty of nature with all the comforts of civilization at hand.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Chefchaouen is $57, while the average daily cost in Lastres is $142. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Chefchaouen and Lastres in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Chefchaouen and Lastres, we can see that Lastres is more expensive. And not only is Chefchaouen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Chefchaouen is in Africa and Lastres is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Chefchaouen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chefchaouen and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Lastres would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lastres than you might in Chefchaouen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Chefchaouen Expensive? and Is Lastres Expensive?.
Lastres has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Chefchaouen experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer brings many poeple to Chefchaouen as well as Lastres. Chefchaouen attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Chefchaouen is generally a little warmer than Lastres. Daily temperatures in Chefchaouen average around 24°C (74°F), and Lastres fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lastres. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Chefchaouen this time of the year. In the summer, Chefchaouen often gets more sunshine than Lastres. Chefchaouen gets 346 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lastres receives 203 hours of full sun.
Chefchaouen usually gets less rain in July than Lastres. Chefchaouen gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lastres receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Lastres and Chefchaouen are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chefchaouen throughout the year.
Chefchaouen is a little warmer than Lastres in the autumn. The daily temperature in Chefchaouen averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Lastres fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Chefchaouen. Chefchaouen usually receives more sunshine than Lastres during autumn. Chefchaouen gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Lastres receives 138 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Chefchaouen usually receives less rain than Lastres. Chefchaouen gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Lastres receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Lastres and Chefchaouen during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Chefchaouen because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the winter, Chefchaouen is a little warmer than Lastres. Typically, the winter temperatures in Chefchaouen in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Lastres averages at about 9°C (49°F).
In the winter, Chefchaouen often gets more sunshine than Lastres. Chefchaouen gets 169 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lastres receives 95 hours of full sun.
Lastres gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Chefchaouen. Chefchaouen usually gets more rain in January than Lastres. Chefchaouen gets 127 mm (5 in) of rain, while Lastres receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Chefchaouen and Lastres. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chefchaouen year-round.
In April, Chefchaouen is generally a little warmer than Lastres. Daily temperatures in Chefchaouen average around 15°C (60°F), and Lastres fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In Chefchaouen, it's very sunny this time of the year. Chefchaouen usually receives more sunshine than Lastres during spring. Chefchaouen gets 251 hours of sunny skies, while Lastres receives 143 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Chefchaouen usually receives less rain than Lastres. Chefchaouen gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Lastres receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Chefchaouen | Lastres | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
Feb | 13°C (56°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
Apr | 15°C (60°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
May | 18°C (64°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
Jul | 24°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
Dec | 13°C (56°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |